Gwen Stefani and Blink-182 will headline the South Star Festival in Alabama
It seems that Gwen Stefani’s solo tour may have been promoted by No Doubt’s thrilling Coachella shows, as the South Star Festival in Huntsville, Alabama revealed on Tuesday that Stefani and Blink-182 would be the two featured acts. On September 28 and 29, the event is held at the city’s John Hunt Park.
Twenty artists will be performing at the ’90s-themed event, including Big Boi, Gin Blossoms, Pete Yorn, Vanessa Carlton, Winona Fighter, Bully, Dexter & Moonrocks, Jane’s Addiction, Sublime, Goo Goo Dolls, Jimmy Eat World, TLC, Ludacris, Beck, and the 400 Degreez Band.
The fact that C3 Presents is investing heavily in Huntsville and is diving right into the growth of our music scene says a lot about the city’s present standing and future as a premier music destination. With an incredible lineup of superstar talent, the first South Star Festival promises to excite a wide audience and boost the local economy by millions of dollars. Our whole musical environment will be elevated by the epic magnitude and quality of the products that C3 generates. Artists share stories with one another, and it’s clear that they’ve all heard positive things about Huntsville. According to Matt Mandrella, the city’s music officer, “it’s an exciting time for music in Huntsville, and we look forward to welcoming music fans and visitors alike to John Hunt Park in September.”
The release reads, “The area takes football season seriously and so does South Star Festival.” In addition to live music, the event will include a sports bar on site that will allow attendees to watch the major football games without having to leave the park.
The general on-sale starts at 10:40 a.m. ET on Thursday, April 25. Pre-sale hours are from 10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. ET. After that, prices go up. On Thursday, April 25 at 10:40 am ET, tickets for General Admission, GA+, VIP, and South Star’s Platinum package will go on sale at SouthStarFestival.com. Whether it’s music, nightlife, or space, you’ll love exploring this uncharted territory.
